Waist-to-calf circumference ratio as a potential indicator of diabetes risk: results from the Longevity Check-Up (Lookup) 8+

Waist-to-calf circumference ratio as a potential indicator of diabetes risk: results from the Longevity Check-Up (Lookup) 8+

Abstract Diabetes is a prevalent metabolic condition with substantial health and economic impacts. Therefore, effective and accessible indicators are essential for early detection and prevention. This study investigates the link between the waist-to-calf circumference ratio (WCR) and diabetes risk i...

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Main Authors: Stefano Cacciatore, Anna Maria Martone, Francesca Ciciarello, Vincenzo Galluzzo, Giordana Gava, Claudia Massaro, Riccardo Calvani, Matteo Tosato, Emanuele Marzetti, Francesco Landi, The Lookup 8+ Study Group
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-11-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Subjects:
Body composition
Metabolic syndrome
Obesity
Lifestyle
Cardiovascular risk
Waist circumference
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-79329-8
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